The intern will work independently and in team collaboration supervised by the Cumberland County Archivist and her staff in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. This internship will include a stipend and travel expenses up to $500.Contact Dr. Dieterich-Ward for more information.

Archival Records Internship

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives,
through the Bipartisan Management Committee,
is sponsoring an Archival Records Internship
at the State Capitol in Harrisburg. The internship
is an opportunity to work directly with the
historical records and materials of the House of
Representatives. Students will have the opportunity
to apply classroom knowledge to real work situations
while exploring career options.
Contact Dr. Dieterich-Ward for more information.

History/Philosophy Department

Internships and Partner Organizations

Shippensburg Intern Jennifer Martin speaks with students inside the Bake and Brew House as they take family members on a tour of Pennsbury Manor at the conclusion of Colonial Camp.

Students are able to design a personalized internship experience that will meet their educational needs and professional interests. For-credit internships may be conducted with any of the region's numerous historical organizations or at any appropriate historical site in the United States. An internship can be highly rewarding, offering real world experience in the realm of history, as well as allowing students to showcase their talents, develop new skills, and create long lasting professional relationships.

Partner Organizations

The following is a list of partner organizations which have hosted History/Philosophy Department students. The list is not meant to be exhaustive, but provides a sense of the wide variety of internship opportunities available. If you are interested in pursuing an internship please contact either Dr. Burg or Dr. Dieterich-Ward to set up an advising meeting.